Rotary Arts Conversations
Tap into the minds of some of the most creative talent in our community. Join Nathalie Andersen in conversation with composer and gamelan artist, Tom Whitman as she explores his life, art and musical collaborations. Gain insights and inspiration from this accomplished artist. Tom has taught at Swarthmore College since 1990. He is the founder and co-director of Gamelan Semara Santi, the Philadelphia area's only Balinese percussion orchestra, which performed with the Philadelphia Orchestra in October 2003 at the Kimmel Center in Philadelphia and at Carnegie Hall. He also directs the Chester Children's Gamelan, a volunteer effort that introduces the rich traditions of classical Indonesian music and dance to Chester students.
Wine and Cheese reception to follow.